Plantronics vs Steelseries

Hey everyone!

I'm looking to purchase a gaming headset for a mate and after going through 13 different brands and many more models, I've narrowed down the choices to either the Steelseries Siberia V2 or the Plantronics Gamecom 780 (Please note this headset's only for use on a laptop, so cross platform functionality is unnecesssary and the ports are limited to USB, headphones and mic.). The mate I'm buying it for listens to a diverse range of music, but especially hardstyle so good bass is important, and plays a lot of games. I've been all over the Internet (It was a scary experience.) and based off what I've read/watched, the Siberia seems to be better sound quality wise (Please correct me if I'm wrong.), however based off how the head adjustment size thing's looks it just doesn't look like it will last. I'm currently using a Turtlebeach PX21 (I know, forgive me for my error.) and they're reasonable, except I've heard many complaints about them breaking, and the look a lot stronger than the Steelseries.

So what I'm trying to get at is, which headset is better for sound quality, build quality and mic quality between the Steelseries Siberia V2 and the Plantronics Gamecom 780? Also, if anyone has a Steelseries Siberia V2, what has the build quality been like for you?

Thanks for reading!

Crunk_Dog.

I use Steelseries Siberia V2, it feels good. I don't know much about the Plantronics Gamecom 780.

You'll find most headphone enthusiasts eschew gaming headsets for traditional headphones and a microphone. It offers better sound, comfort, versatility, and value.

I would strongly suggest visiting the Headphone FAQ at the top of these forums, Mad Lust Envy's Guide on Head-Fi, and the general gaming forums on Head-Fi. It should - hopefully - make you re-evaluate your conclusions on the best gaming headwear!

Good luck!

Boz